Panther Den Podcast

  • Episode 40 The Panther Den with Special Guest Coach Buczek

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    This week's episode involves a switcheroo!  Coach Buczek is the special guest and will be interviewed by Senior Baseball players,  Jaiden Miller, Kyle Chase, and George Kruszka

    Guest:  Coach Buczek

    Sport:  Boys Varsity Baseball Coach/ Athletic Director/ Teacher

    Favorite Super Duper Donut:  Apple Filled

    Favorite School Lunch:  

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  • Episode 39 The Panther Den with Special Guest Ashley Campbell

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    This week's guest is Senior Softball Player, Ashley Campbell.  Coach Buczek asks Ashley a variety of questions from favorite lunch, favorite way to unwind outside of sports, and some new Hot Seat questions!

    Student Athlete:  Ashley Cambpell

    Grade:  Senior

    Sport:  Softball

    Favorite Super Duper Donut:  Glazed

    Favorite School Lunch:  Pizza

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  • Episode 38: The Panther Den with Special Guest Craig Howard

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    This week's guest is Senior Baseball Player, Craig Howard.  Coach Buczek talks with Craig about the team's outlook, ways to improve, and much more.  

    Student Athlete:  Craig Howard

    Grade:  Senior

    Sport:  Baseball

    Favorite Super Duper Donut:  Peanut Butter Filled

    Favorite School Lunch:  Buffalo Chicked Pizza

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  • Episode 37: The Panther Den with Special Guest Joe Parisio

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    So many people work behind the scenes to make Pine Valley sports happen.  This episode highlights Joe "Papa Bear" Parisio, who helps out by keeping the facilities clean and safe, to helping out with Modified Basketball Coaching duties.  He's a true asset to the Teams, School, and students.  

    Coach Buczek puts Papa Bear on the hot seat and learns more about Joe and his thoughts on life and coaching. 

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  • Episode 36: The Panther Den with Special Guest George Kruszka

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    In this episode, Coach Buczek brings back Varsity Baseball Senior George Kruszka.  George talks about the strategy for the season, leadership in the team, the Unified Bowling Championship Season, and his three wishes for Pine Valley.

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  • Episode 35 The Panther Den with Special Guest Hunter Colvin

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    This week Coach Buczek interviews "The Voice of the Valley" Hunter Colvin.  Hunter is the announcer for our sports teams, as well as an essential part of the Unified Bowling Team.  Coach asks Hunter about his favorite uncle, the best part of bowling and his 2023 Valentine! 

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  • Episode 34 The Panther Den with Special Guest Collin Gregory

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    This week Coach Buczek interviews Senior Boys Basketball player Collin Gregory.  Coach talks with Collin about his pre-game warmup music (his answer may surprise you) the best and worst road trips, his thoughts on being an elder on the team, as well as his favorite emoji.  

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  • Episode 33 The Panther Den with Student/ Athlete Alyssa West

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    Coach Buczek ends our 2022 year with Lady Panther Basketball Player Alyssa West.  They discuss the team's progress and plans for the season, as well as the best/ worst parts of riding on the team bus and her favorite Christmas music (her answer may surprise you).

    Alyssa West

    Grade:  Junior

    Sport:  Lady Panthers Varsity Basketball

    Favorite Super Duper Donut (South Dayton Market):  Apple Frosted

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  • Episode 32 The Panther Den with Special Guest Coach Zachary Len

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    In this week's episode, Coach Buczek interviews Physical Education Teacher and Lady Panthers Basketball Coach Zachary Len.  Coach asks him about the goals for the team this season, what it's like working with Legendary Coach Tim Nobles, as well as, wishes for Pine Valley and his favorite Netflix series.

    Coach Zachary Len

    Sport:  Lady Panthers Varsity Basketball

    Favorite Super Duper Donut (South Dayton Market):  Angel Cream

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  • Episode 31 The Panther Den with Special Guest Miles Volk

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    Miles Volk joins Coach Buczek to showcase talented Junior basketball forward Miles Volk.  Coach asks him about the team goals for the upcoming season, favorite movies, and plans for the future! 

    Miles Volk

    Class:  Senior

    Sport:  Boys Varsity Basketball

    Favorite Super Duper Donut (South Dayton Market):  Glazed

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  • Episode 30 The Panther Den with Special Guests Luisa Smith and Haleigha Hardy

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    Coach Buczek welcomes Senior Lady Panther Soccer Players, Haleigha Hardy and Luisa Smith.  They talk about their strategy for the upcoming playoffs, their favorite movies and their path towards leaving behind a soccer legacy.  

    Luisa Smith

    Class:  Senior

    Sport:  Girls Varsity Soccer

    Favorite Super Duper Donut (South Dayton Market):  Chocolate Frosted with Sprinkles

    Haleigha Hardy

    Class:  Senior

    Sport:  Girls Varsity Soccer

    Favorite Super Duper Donut (South Dayton Market) Angel Cream

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  • Episode 29: The Panther Den with Special Guest Darwin Westlund

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    Coach Buczek interviews Senior Soccer player, Darwin Westlund as he and the team head into playoffs.  Coach asks him about his goals for the post season, his Pine Valley famous family, and uncovers:  Which Westlund is the best athlete?  Which one is the speediest? You might be surprised by the answers. 

    Darwin Westlund

    Class:  Senior

    Sport:  Boys Varsity Soccer

    Favorite Super Duper Donut (South Dayton Market). Peanut stuffed with peanut flavored filling

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  • Episode 28: The Panther Den with Special Guest Kaitlin Hayes

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    Coach Buczek starts off Season 3 with Senior Volleyball Star Kaitlin Hayes.  Coach talks with Katilin about strategy for success, her plans for the future, and her thoughts on Cheesecake.  Don't miss this exciting episode.

    Kaitlin Hayes

    Class:  Senior

    Sport:  Volleyball

    Favorite Super Duper Donut (South Dayton Market). Glazed

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  • Episode 27: The Panther Den with Special Guest Sam Hunt (Playoff Edition)

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    This week Coach Buczek interviews Senior Baseball Shortstop and pitcher Sam Hunt.  Sam has battled through knee surgery to make a comeback for the Pine Valley Playoff run.

    In this episode, Coach asks him about competing against his brothers, his favorite baseball player, favorite cafeteria food, and what he'd bring with him on a deserted island.  

    Check it out and root for Pine Valley Boys Baseball! 

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  • Episode 26: The Panther Den with Special Guest Jaiden Miller

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    Coach Buczek interviews Junior 3rd Basemen, Jaiden Miller.  Jaiden talks about how the season is going, his wishes for Pine Valley, his favorite hobbies outside of school, Frog Hunting, and don't forget the HOT SEAT questions.

    Audio Editing by Zach Waterman

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  • Episode 25: The Panther Den with Special Guest Jenna Robbins

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    Panther Den with Jenna Robbins

    This week Coach Buczek welcomes Senior Softball player Jenna Robbins.   In this episode Jenna talks about the progress of the Lady Panther Softball season, her favorite movie, her favorite South Dayton Market Donut, and her 3 wishes for Pine Valley.  

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  • Episode 24 The Panther Den with Special Guest George Kruszka (Hall of Fame Segment!)

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    This week Coach Buczek interviews one of his Baseball Starters, Catcher George Kruszka.  George Talks about the upcoming Baseball season, his wishes for Pine Valley, who he'd take out to dinner, and how he'd spend a Million Dollars!  

    Also, Coach Cuthbert has another Hall of Fame Segment talking about Pine Valley Alum and Race Car Legend, Bill Rexford.  His story is fascinating and inspiring. 

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  • Episode 23 with Coaches Kyle Cunningham and Zachary Len

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    Spring is in the air and so is Baseball Season.  Coach Buczek starts off the season with Modified Baseball Coaches and Physical Education Teachers Zachary Len and Kyle Cunningham.  Coach asks them about the team and Hot Seat Questions.

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  • Episode 22: The Panther Den with Lady Panther Basketball Leaders

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    Tonight the Lady Panthers travel to JCC to play in the playoffs against Ellicottville. The girls talk about their preparation and their focus for the game, as well as, hot seat questions and shout-outs!  

    Panther Leaders:  Maggie King, Mattison Cadle, and Danielle West

    "Only a Panther can beat a Panther.  Go out and be great!"

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  • Episode 21: The Panther Den with Special Guest Brendon Butcher

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    This week Coach Buczek talks with Senior Forward for the Boys Basketball Team, Brendon Butcher.

    Brendon talks about his wishes for Pine Valley, his focus for the basketball team and his favorite Super Duper Donut! 

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  • Episode 20: The Panther Den with Special Guest Danielle West

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    This week Coach Buczek interviews Freshman Lady Panthers Basketball guard Danielle West.  Danielle's family has a long line of athletic success, so it's no surprise that Danielle is carrying on the family tradition. 

    Coach Buczek asks her about her goals for the Basketball season, her favorite warm up song, and of course, her favorite SuperDuper Donut!  

    Check it out! 

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  • Episode 19: The Panther Den with Special Guest Kordell Oakes

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    Panther Den with Kordell Oakes

    In this week's episode, Coach Buczek talks with Senior Boys Basketball Forward Kordell Oakes.  Kordell talks about the goals for the Team this season, his favorite team colors, and his competitive nature.  Oh!  and the 2 things he will bring on a deserted island.  Bet you won't guess.

    Also, Coach will throw out his Shout Outs of the week and More! 

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  • Special Hall of Fame Episode: Bill Bergey

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    This week we have a special Hall of Fame episode.  Coach Cuthbert is back and talks about Pine Valley Alumnus, and NFL All Pro, Bill Bergey.  Did you know we had a NFL Player from Pine Valley?  

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  • Episode 18 The Panther Den with Special Guest Sydney Dahl

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    Christmas and holiday time 2021.  What a Year.  Coach Buczek ends the year in style with the ever impressive Senior Girls Basketball player Sydney Dahl.   Coach will ask her about her best Christmas Gifts, ways to handle long bus rides, and keys to success for this years basketball season.  Don't miss sports updates and shout outs. 

     

    Happy Holidays from the Panther Den Staff!   Looking forward to a new year of great guests.

     

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  • Episode 17: The Panther Den with Special Guest Donovan Gugliemi

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    Hey Panther Nation!  This week Coach Buczek interviews Panther Boys Basketball player Donovan Gugliemi.   Coach finds out about Donovan's wishes for Pine Valley, his favorite hair care products, and the goals for the PV Basketball Team.  Can you say Sectionals?  Also, Coach Cuthbert is back with a special Hall of Fame segment where he showcases Pine Valley Hall of Fame player and coach, Bob Brown.  Yes that's the name behind Pine Valley's Bob Brown Field.  Fascinating!  

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  • Episode 16: The Panther Den with Special Guest Maggie King

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    Winter is in the air and that means one thing here in Pine Valley. 

    Snow?  No! 

    Basketball Season.  This week, Coach Buczek talks with Senior Girls Basketball player Maggie King.  Maggie is ready to go for an exciting action packed season as Point Guard and Team Leader.  Coach Buczek asks her about the goals for the upcoming season, her favorite Thanksgiving Food, and her 3 wishes for Pine Valley.  Check it out and make sure to give positive comments to Maggie and the team below!

     

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  • Episode 15: The Panther Den with Special Guest Bryce Sercu

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    As the nights grow longer and the air gets colder its time for .... Winter?  Well, yes. but forget about Winter because Pine Valley Basketball is on its way!  In this week's episode, Coach Buczek interviews Senior Boys Basketball player Bryce Sercu.  Coach asks him about the prospects for the upcoming season, how long his hair is, his inspirations and his 3 wishes for Pine Valley.  Let's Go Panthers!

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  • Episode 14: The Panther Den with Special Guest Coach Bobby Slisz

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    In this week's episode, Coach Buczek, talks with Social Studies Teacher, Football Coach, and Boys Basketball Coach, Bobby Slisz.  Coach Slisz talks about his inspirations, his strategies for basketball success, and his love for his favorite holiday.  (It might just surprise you)

    Also, Coach Chris talks about players of the week and special shoutouts.  

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  • Episode 13: The Panther Den with Special Guest Molly Sunick

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    This week, Coach Buczek talks with student athlete, Molly Sunick.  Molly is a Junior this year and is a big part of the combined Gowanda/ Pine Valley Swim Team.  In this episode, Coach asks her about her focus and goals for swimming, her  thoughts on music, fashion, and is hoping to get some subscriber suggestions on Molly's Halloween costume!  

    Also, Coach will share Players of the Week

    Unfortunately, Coach Cuthbert has been on vacation from pithy commentary, but he will be back soon!  

     

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  • Episode 12: The Panther Den with Special Guest Grace Pfleuger

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    This week's Episode Coaches Buczek and Cuthbert interview 11th Grade Volleyball Hitter Grace Pfleuger.  Grace will talk about her 3 wishes for Pine Valley, her thoughts on the Volleyball team and season, and her rolemodels. Check out Coach's shoutouts and more!  

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  • Episode 11: The Panther Den with Special Guest: Wayne Libby

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    This week's special guest is Senior soccer Player:  Wayne Libby.  "Diamond Dog" Coaches Buczek and Cuthbert ask Wayne about Pine Valley Soccer, special sports rituals, and his favorite places to travel!  

     

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  • Episode 10: The Panther Den with Special Guest Mattison Cadle

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    This week's special guest is Senior student/Athlete, Mattison Cadle.  Mattison is a 3 sport athlete in Soccer, Basketball, and Softball.  Coach Buczek gets Mattison's perspectives on the progress of the soccer team, her favorite movies, her inspirations, and her favorite member of the Hunt family.  Coach Cuthbert provides the weekly Panther scores and highlights, as well as, the players of the week. 

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  • Episode 9: The Panther Den with Special Guest Coach Herman

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    Welcome to Season 2 of the Panther Den.  This week our hosts Coach Chris Buczek and Coach Jake Cuthbert interview Girls Soccer Coach and former Panther Athlete- Karah Herman.  They discuss the upcoming soccer season, past Panther sports memories, and even Marvel Movie Superheroes. 

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  • Episode 8: The Panther Den with Special Guest Dan Palmer

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    Panther Den Hosts, Chris Buczek and Jacob Cuthbert are honored to have legendary Western New York Sports Broadcaster Dan Palmer.  Dan has been on the scene of many of Pine Valley's great sports moments and has interviewed countless Panther players and coaches. You can catch his morning broadcasts and Play Calls on WDOE 1410Am and 94.9FM.    Take a listen as the coaches ask Dan about his favorite players, sports moments, and solving the mystery of "Where is Dan Palmer?? 

     

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  • Episode 7: The Panther Den with Special Guest: Principal Kourtney Almeida

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    In this episode we talk to Pine Valley State Champion (Girls Basketball) and now High School Principal Kourtney Almeida.  Mrs. Almeida talks about the champion mindset, her bucket list, and her sisters famous cheesecake.  Yum!

     

     

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  • Episode 6: Panther Den with Special Guest Cameron Hayes

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    Coach Buczek and his mathematical sidekick Coach Cuthbert welcome Student/Athlete Cameron Hayes.  Cam is a Senior 3rd Baseman for the Panther Baseball team.  In this episode he will tell us his favorite Halloween candy and his patented ways to do chores!  Also this week's Panther sports scores and special thank you's.  

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  • Episode 5: The Panther Den with Special Guest Morgan Sandy

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    Senior Morgan Sandy is our special guest for this fun filled episode.  Morgan is currently the starting catcher for the Panther Softball Team.  She will talk to the coaches about her love of sports, her inspirations, and keys to success for the team going into the final stretch of the season.  There may also be some Senior Prom commentary.   Check it out!

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  • Episode 4 The Panther Den with Special Guest: Travis West

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    This week, the Coaches talk to Junior 3rd Baseman-Travis West.  They'll chat with him about his mental preparation for hitting, his favorite color tractor, and favorite emoji!  You'll want to stay tuned to the entire episode.   

    Also Coach Cuthbert will give the weekly run down of scores and players of the week.

     

     

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  • Episode 3: Panther Den with Special Guest: Lyric Westlund

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    This week, Coaches Chris Buczek and Jake Cuthbert talk with our Special Guest, Student Athlete, Lyric Westlund.  Lyric is a Senior and this year's class Valedictorian.  She plays pitcher and first base for the Lady Panthers Softball team.  She was also part of numerous musical productions and a 4 sport athlete.  

    Take a listen as Lyric tells us about the goals for this softball season, her keys to successfully balancing school work and her 3 wishes if she meets a Genie.  

    The coaches also discuss this week's sports highlights and athletes of the week.

     

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  • Episode 2: The Panther Den with Special Guest Ben Westlund

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    This week's guest is Softball Coach and Science Teacher Ben Westlund.  The Panther Hosts ask Coach Westlund about the upcoming season, what it's like coaching his daughter, and so much more.  

     

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  • Episode 1: The Panther Den with Special Guest Jake Cuthbert

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    Spring sports are a week away, so Coach Buczek brings on his Assistant Baseball Coach and best friend Jake Cuthbert on the program to discuss the upcoming season and more!.  

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    Listen to Athletic Director and Baseball Coach Chris Buczek (and his loveable Sidekick: Coach Cuthbert) as he talks to the Coaches and Student Athletes to get their inside take on games and sports here at Pine Valley Central. 

    Intro Music by Mr. Roger Chagnon and Mr. Shawn Huestis and Student

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    The Panther Den crew had the honor of meeting WNY Legendary Sports Broadcaster Dan Palmer from WDOE.  Dan couldn't have been any nice and remember so many great Pine Valley Sports moments.